Warburton believes 'energetic' Cash has the attributes to flourish in a new position at Nottingham Forest

The 20-year-old is stepping up his training following surgery to repair ligament damage in his ankle and, when he does return, Warburton believes Cash can challenge for a place in the side in a new role

Mark Warburton has been impressed by the energy and enthusiasm shown by Matty Cash during his fight to return from injury – and believe similar qualities can help him flourish in a new position for Nottingham Forest.

Cash came through the ranks at the City Ground as an energetic, box-to-box midfielder and, while Warburton says he still has a part to play in the centre of the pitch, he also believes those qualities could see the 20-year-old have a future as a wingback.

Cash featured regularly on the right flank during pre-season – picking up the ankle injury that has seen him side-lined since the end of July when he was making a rampaging run during the friendly against Girona, at a point when he had already set up one goal for Apostolos Vellios.

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“He has all the attributes to play as a wing back, without question. I think that number 10 role is technically demanding. He has that. But, for me, you don’t really see his athleticism and physicality in that area.

“Chris (Cohen) is now rehabbing following surgery,” said Warburton. “He was at the training ground again this morning. David Vaughan is working hard with the ball, sprinting and turning. David is very close.